Housekeeping Supervisor

The Bellevue Hotel•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. The Bellevue-Stratford, first opened in 1904, is a celebrated hotel designed in the French Renaissance style, renowned as a vibrant gathering place. After an extensive restoration beginning in 2021, it reopened in 2024 as a reimagined, multifaceted destination honoring its legacy and welcoming a new generation of travelers. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Housekeeping Supervisor to oversee and coordinate the housekeeping operations within this hotel. This role is a great opportunity for a motivated professional to help maintain high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring smooth daily operations and stepping in for the Housekeeping Manager when needed.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to stand during entire shift.
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.

Nice To Haves

College course work in related field helpful.
At least two to three years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect Room Attendant’s work performance within assigned section on a daily basis to ensure the standards and productivity levels are being met and maintained.
In the absence of the Asssitant Housekeeping Manager or Executive Houese Keeper, inspect all V.I.P. rooms and report their availability to the Front Office, according to hotel standards.
Oversee the closing of the floors at the end of the day, ensuring the Room Attendants’ carts are clean and restocked.
Ensure records of daily assignments are completed, signed off and turned into the Housekeeping Office on time.
Maintain key control.
Handle items for "Lost and Found" according to the standards.
Monitor cleanliness and orderliness of Room Attendants’ carts, linen closets, control closets, stairways and landings.
Oversee the daily assignment of duties, ensuring Room Attendants and House Attendants carry a work assignment.
Carry an active pager/radio to maintain contact with the Front Office and/or Engineering throughout the shift.
Report on progress of all out-of-order rooms under the Housekeeping Department's supervision to the Guest Services Manager, according to standards.
Initiate work orders for repairs and maintenance and forward to Engineering. Follow through on each work order until completed.
Assist with training of Housekeeping staff.
May be required to clean rooms as business needs dictate.
Ensure completion of cleaning projects on a biannual basis.
Ensure overall guest satisfaction.